1969 Opel Rekord vs. 1961 Volvo 120
To start off, 1969 Opel Rekord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 95 kg more than 1961 Volvo 120.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Volvo 120 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 1961 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Rekord | 120 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
